Audi S5 8T
The elegant grand tourer that brought V8 muscle to the executive coupé segment.
- Power
- 354 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.8 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$30k
About the Audi S5 8T
Launched in 2007 as the performance flagship of the new A5 range, the S5 Coupé was the only variant of its generation to feature the naturally aspirated 4.2-litre FSI V8. Designed by Walter de Silva, it debuted the Modular Longitudinal Platform (MLP) which moved the engine further back to improve weight distribution and reduce Audi's traditional understeer. While later S5 models moved to supercharged and turbocharged V6 engines, the original V8 is prized by collectors for its linear power delivery and guttural exhaust note. It remains a highly capable grand tourer, combining Quattro all-weather security with a high-quality interior that set the benchmark for its era.
Audi S5 8T specs
The Audi S5 8T produces 354 bhp (264 kW) and 440 Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | S5 |
| Generation | 8T |
| Trim | 4.2 V8 |
| Years | 2007–2016 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $51,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.2-litre naturally aspirated V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,163 cc (4.2 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 354 bhp (264 kW) at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 440 Nm (325 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.8 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,630 kg (3,594 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 217 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Audi S5 8T worth?
A typical Audi S5 8T is estimated to be worth $8,000 – $30,000 (about £6,000 – £22,000).
Its original price when new was about $51,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Audi S5 8T rarity in CarSpot
The Audi S5 8T is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 15 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Audi S5 8T fun facts
- The S5 was one of the first production cars to feature LED daytime running lights as a signature design element, a trend that soon spread across the entire industry.
- Designer Walter de Silva described the A5/S5 as the most beautiful car he had ever designed, which is high praise from the man behind the Alfa Romeo 156 and Audi R8.
- Unlike the high-revving V8 in the RS4, the S5's engine was tuned for a broader torque curve to better suit its role as a long-distance grand tourer.
